The XR185'79 was sold in 1979 in Tahitian Red. The "HONDA" gas tank
emblem was red outlined in
black and white. The "XR185" side cover decal was red and white on a black panel. The
headlight is rectangular
on a black number plate. The engine was an OHC single cylinder displacing 180cc linked to a
6-speed
transmission. The serial number began ME02-5000061.